Pocket Square Clothing Accessory

ABSTRACT

Techniques are disclosed for producing a pocket square. The pocket square may include a single layer or may include multiple layers. In some embodiments, the pocket square may include a first layer having a length and width. The first layer may be attached to a second layer configured to have the same length and width as the first layer. Disposed between the first layer and the second layer there may be a third layer configured to maintain a desired shape of the pocket square. In some embodiments, the third layer comprises at least one of: a polymeric material, a non-polymeric material, a metallic mesh, a metallic foil, a woven fabric, a non-woven fabric, and/or a fabric infiltrated with a polymer.

FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE

This disclosure relates to clothing articles, and more particularly to apocket square that is configured to maintain a folded or otherwisemanipulated shape.

BACKGROUND

Fashion allows a person to express their personality or ideas through anindividual's appearance. Formal attire, such as a suit or sport jacket,however, limits the ability for personal expression. Moreover, societalexpectations may not permit one to express a personal sense of style ortaste. Accessories, such as pocket squares, allow individuals to expressa sense of style or personality while satisfying societal norms. Withnumerous colors and patterns choices available, pocket squares haveincreasingly become a preferred manner for accenting formal dressfashion to express one's style and/or personality. In some societalcircles, accenting one's formal appearance with a pocket squareindicates a sense of fashion or social standing.

SUMMARY

Some example embodiments of the present disclosure provide a pocketsquare including a first layer having a size and shape, a second layerattached to the first layer, the second layer having a size and shapeapproximately equal to that of the first layer, and a third layerdisposed between the first layer and the second layer, wherein the thirdlayer is configured to maintain a desired shape of the pocket square. Insome such embodiments, the third layer is made from a polymericmaterial, a non-polymeric material, a metallic mesh, a metallic foil, awoven or non-woven fabric, or a fabric infiltrated with a polymer. Inother example embodiments, the disclosed pocket square has a singlelayer that is treated to provide a level of rigidity to the materialwhile also maintaining its malleability.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a coat with a pocket square configured inaccordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a pocket square configured in accordancewith an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3 is a cut-away view of a pocket square illustrating first, second,and third layers configured in accordance with an embodiment of thepresent disclosure.

FIG. 4 is an exploded view of the pocket square shown in FIG. 3.

FIG. 5 is an exploded view of a pocket square configured in accordancewith an embodiment of the subject disclosure.

FIGS. 6A-6D are schematic views of an exemplary pocket squareillustrating different pocket square configurations, in accordance withvarious embodiments of the present disclosure.

These and other features of the present embodiments will be understoodbetter by reading the following detailed description, taken togetherwith the figures herein described. The accompanying drawings are notintended to be drawn to scale. For purposes of clarity, not everycomponent may be labeled in every drawing.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Techniques and configurations are disclosed for producing pocket squaresthat can be easily folded and yet maintain a folded shape when placed ina jacket or coat pocket. The pocket square may, in some embodiments,include a first layer having a size and a shape. The first layer may beattached to a second layer with a joint, in some embodiments. In someembodiments, the first layer and the second layer are distinct fabrics.The second layer can be configured to have a length and widthapproximately equal to the length and width of the first layer. In someembodiments, the joint joining the first layer and the second layer maybe stitching and/or an adhesive. Disposed between the first layer andthe second layer there may be a malleable, yet strong, third layer. Insome embodiments, the third layer may be a thin deformable layer thatallows the pocket square to appear as a conventional single layer pocketsquare when folded or otherwise manipulated. The third layer can providestrength and rigidity, such that the pocket square is able to maintain aparticular shape when placed in a pocket of a garment. In someembodiments, the third layer is a mesh formed of a plurality of metallicwires.

In some disclosed embodiments, the disclosed pocket square may be formedof a single layer. For example, in some particular embodiments, a wovenor non-woven fabric may be treated with one or more treatment agents toprovide a material capable of being malleable yet also possessingmechanical properties to maintain the pocket square in a folded orotherwise manipulated shape. Numerous configurations and variations willbe apparent in light of the subject disclosure.

General Overview

A pocket square is typically placed or otherwise positioned in a pocketof a suit coat or sport jacket by neatly folding the pocket square tofit the pocket to create a desired appearance. Folding pocket squares,however, can be challenging because conventional pocket squarematerials, such as cotton, silk and linen, do not easily maintain theirfolded shape. Thus, when an individual is configuring a conventionalpocket square using a multiple fold technique, as is commonly done, thepocket square can move, causing the previous folds to become undone orotherwise misshaped. As a result, the pocket square is foldedincorrectly or sloppily.

While in use, pocket squares tend to shift or move, such that the pocketsquare no longer accents the clothing article as intended. Movements,for example, walking or donning a coat or jacket, may cause the pocketsquare to fall within the pocket and thus, appear less visible orimproperly positioned within the pocket. In some cases, movement of thepocket square is caused by the pocket square lacking sufficient strengthand/or rigidity to maintain its folded shape. Other known devicescreated to support or otherwise hold a pocket square in place within apocket do not adequately solve this problem. For example, these devicesare generally bulky and/or large in size and thus, can produce a bulgein the coat pocket or otherwise cause the pocket to appear irregularlyshaped when the device is positioned therein. Pocket square holders canalso be cumbersome to use because these devices typically requireoperation or manipulation of multiple components to install a pocketsquare in the device. Additionally, pocket square holders limit foldingoptions for creating different fashionable appearances due to thelimited amount of pocket square material that can be held within thedevice. Moreover, pocket square holders can also cause pocket squares toappear stiff and unnatural.

Thus, and in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure,single layered and multi-layered pocket squares are disclosed. Thedisclosed pocket squares may include, in some embodiments, a first layerhaving a size and a shape. The first layer, in some embodiments, mayhave a square shape. Other shapes and sizes for the first layer maydepend on the particular application (e.g., the size of the jacket orcoat pocket) and will be apparent in light of this disclosure. The firstlayer may also include a pattern and/or color for accenting a garment,such as a jacket, coat or vest.

In example embodiments having a single layer, the single layer of thepocket square may be any material described herein with respect to thefirst layer as described herein. For example, in embodiments thatinclude a single layer, the layer may be a woven or a non-woven fabric.In some cases, the single layer may be treated with one or moretreatment agents to provide a material capable of being malleable yetalso possessing rigidity. In some embodiments, the treatment agent usedto treat the fabric layer may be a polymeric material, including naturalor synthetic polymers, such as starch, polyethylene, polyvinyl acetaterubber, wax, or other suitable polymers. In some embodiments where apolymeric treatment agent is applied to the fabric layer, the polymermay be deposited on the fabric as a thin film or the fabric may beexposed to a solution containing the polymer.

In multi-layered embodiments, the first layer may be attached to asecond layer. In some embodiments, the second layer is configured tohave a size and shape that are approximately equal to the size and shapeof the first layer. In many embodiments, the first layer and the secondlayer comprise, consist of, or consist essentially of a fabric (e.g.,cotton, linen, or silk). The second layer may include the same patternand/or color as the first layer or a different pattern and/or color.Having different colors and/or patterns for the first and second layersmay provide a user with different options for displaying or otherwiseaccenting a coat or jacket.

The first layer and second layer may be attached or otherwise joinedtogether using any suitable method, such as stitching and/or applyingadhesive. In some cases, a joint may be formed at the intersection ofthe first layer and the second layer, for example, along the perimeterof the pocket square. The joint may be a visible joint, such asstitching. In other embodiments, however, the joint may not be visiblyapparent, such as an adhesive positioned between layers of the pocketsquare. In some embodiments, more than one joint may be used to join thefirst layer and the second layer together. For example, in some cases,both adhesive and stitching can be used to join the first and secondlayers. In some instances, a middle (or third) layer may also beattached to the first and second layers at the joint. In otherinstances, however, the third layer may be attached to one and/or bothfirst and second layers independent from the joint that attaches firstlayer to the second layer.

Disposed between the first layer and the second layer there may be amalleable, yet strong, third layer. The third layer may be a thindeformable layer that gives the pocket square the appearance of aconventional single layer pocket square (i.e., a natural fabric look)when folded. As previously described, conventional single layered pocketsquares typically are difficult to fold and lose their shape and thus,appear misshaped or disheveled when placed in a garment pocket. Thethird layer, however, can provide strength and rigidity, such that thepocket square is easier to fold and maintains its folded shape whenplaced in a pocket and during use. The third layer may be made from oneor more materials, such as: a polymeric material, a non-polymericmaterial, a metallic mesh, a metallic foil, a woven fabric, a non-wovenfabric, and/or a fabric infiltrated with a polymer. The third layer maybe approximately the same size and shape as the first and second layers.In other instances, however, the third layer may have a different sizeand/or shape than the first and second layers. For example, in somecases, the third layer may have a slightly smaller size (e.g., lengthand width) than the first layer and the second layer.

Example Pocket Square Assembly

FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a coat with a pocket square configured inaccordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The coat 100may be part of a suit or tuxedo or may be a singular clothing garment,such as a sport jacket, that can be combined with other clothingarticles to achieve a desired look or appearance. In other instances,the coat 100 may be a waist coat (i.e., a vest). As shown in FIG. 1,coat 100 includes a pocket 104 with a pocket square 108 positionedtherein.

Coat 100 may include a pocket 104 positioned on its front for improvingthe aesthetics of a garment and/or providing functionality, includingstorage. As can be seen, the pocket 104 may be located on the front ofcoat 100 adjacent to one of the lapels (e.g., the left lapel). In someinstances, the pocket 104 is configured to match or compliment theappearance of other parts of the coat 100, such as other pockets or thelapel. In some embodiments, the pocket 104 has a width between 3 to 4inches and a depth of between 3 to 5 inches. In other instances,however, the width and depth of the pocket 104 may vary depending on thedesign or size of the coat 100. The pocket 104 may include a pocketsquare 108 for accenting the coat 100 to achieve a desired look orappearance. To install the pocket square 108, the pocket square 108 maybe folded or otherwise manipulated to achieve: (1) a shape that can beinstalled into the pocket 104 and/or (2) a particular appearance wheninstalled.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a multi-layered pocket square configuredin accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. Themulti-layered pocket square 108, hereinafter generally referred to aspocket square 108, includes a first layer 204, a middle layer (notshown), a second layer 208, and a joint 212. In some cases, the pocketsquare 108 is configured in the shape of a square, as shown in FIG. 2.In other instances, however, the pocket square 108 may be in the shapeof a rectangle. In a more general sense, pocket square 108 can be anyone of a number of shapes, so long as the pocket square 108 can beproperly installed within a pocket. The pocket square 108 may have arange of sizes (e.g., length, width, and thickness) based on severalfactors, such as the size of the coat pocket, thickness of the pocketsquare material, and/or desired thickness of the pocket square. In someembodiments, pocket square 108 may be square shaped and may have a widthbetween 10 inches and 17 inches, such as between 11 inches and 15inches, approximately 12 inches, approximately 13 inches, orapproximately 14 inches. In other example embodiments however, pocketsquare 108 may have a rectangular shape and may have a length of between8 inches and 18 inches and a width of between 6 and 18 inches. In somespecific embodiments, pocket square 108 may have a length and a width ofapproximately 14 and 12 inches, respectively. Other possible sizes willbe readily apparent in light of the present disclosure.

The pocket square 108 includes a first layer 204 for displaying a colorand/or pattern to accent the appearance of the coat 100. The first layer204 may be made from a number of woven or non-woven materials, such ascotton, silk, satin, velvet, or linen. In some embodiments, first layer204 may feature a pattern or one or more colors while in otherembodiments, first layer 204 may not be patterned. First layer 204 mayhave any desired thickness, such as less than 0.5 cm, less than 0.4 cm,less than 0.3 cm, less than 0.2 cm, or less than 0.1 cm. In these andother embodiments, first layer 204 may have a size (e.g., a length and awidth) that are equal to or approximately equal to the size of pocketsquare 108.

In addition to first layer 204, in some embodiments, pocket square 108may also include a second layer 208 that when joined or otherwiseattached to first layer 204 covers the middle layer (as describedbelow). The length and width of the second layer 208 may beapproximately equal to the length and width of the first layer 204, suchthat either layer can be displayed without exposing the other. Secondlayer 208 may be manufactured from any materials identified with respectto first layer 204, including but not limited to cotton, silk, or linen.In some example embodiments, first layer 204 and second layer 208 may beformed of the same type of material while in other embodiments, firstlayer 204 and second layer 208 may be formed of different types ofmaterial. Additionally, in some example embodiments, first layer 204 andsecond layer 208 may feature the same pattern or may each lack apattern, while in other embodiments, first layer 204 and second layer208 may feature different patterns or one of the layers may be patternedwhile the other layer is not patterned.

In some embodiments, first layer 204 and second layer 208 may be joinedtogether at joint 212, as shown in FIG. 2. In accordance with suchexample embodiments, joint 212 may be a woven seam comprising one ormore stitches that connect first layer 204 and second layer 208 togetheralong a perimeter of each layer. In other embodiments, however, firstlayer 204 and second layer 208 may be joined together using othermaterials, such as adhesives (including glue and/or epoxy) or othersuitable techniques. In a more general sense, joint 212 can be anymaterial that can maintain the first layer 204 and second layer 208together while folding or otherwise manipulating the pocket square 108.

FIG. 3 is a cut-away view of a pocket square illustrating a third layer304 configured in accordance with an embodiment of the presentdisclosure. FIG. 4 is an exploded view of the multi-layered pocketsquare shown in FIG. 3. As can be seen, the third layer 304 ispositioned between the first layer 204 and the second layer 208. In someembodiments, third layer 304 may be in direct contact with both firstlayer 204 and second layer 208. The third layer 304 may haveapproximately the same dimensions (i.e., length and width) as layers 204and 208. However, as shown in FIG. 4, third layer 304 may have a lengthand a width that are slightly smaller than first layer 204 and secondlayer 208. For example, third layer 304 may have a length and/or widththat is at least 20%, 10%, 5%, or 1% less than the length and/or widthof the first layer or second layer. With all the layers having similardimensions, the third layer 304 can be easily joined to the first layer204 and/or second layer 208 (e.g., with stitching and/or adhesive). Inother instances, however, the third layer 304 may be a different shapeand/or size than first layer 204 and/or second layer 208. For example,third layer 304, may have a diamond shape, which may allow the pocketsquare 108 to be folded in different configurations. In embodimentswhere third layer 304 has a different size or shape than first layer 204and second layer 208 (e.g., slightly smaller), the third layer 304 maynot be seen and thus, may not affect the appearance of the pocket square108 when installed. Third layer 304, for instance, may be slightlysmaller than the layers 204 and 208, in some embodiments, such thatthird layer 304 is not exposed at any point along the perimeter ofpocket square 108.

Third layer 304 may be manufactured from a rigid, yet deformablematerial, such that the pocket square 108 maintains a desired shape(e.g., folded at one end) and position within the pocket (e.g., one endexposed from coat pocket). Third layer 304 may be formed of a polymericor a non-polymeric material. In some example embodiments, third layer304 may be an extruded or coextruded polymeric film. Example polymericmaterials include but are not limited to polyethylene (including lowdensity polyethylene, high density polyethylene and/or cross-linkedpolyethylene), polypropylene, rubber (including natural or syntheticrubbers), or other suitable polymers. In some embodiments, third layer304 may comprise a thermoplastic material that is deformable, yetcapable of maintaining the pocket square 108 in a folded configuration.For example, in some embodiments where third layer 304 includes athermoplastic material, pocket square 108 may be deformable or otherwisemalleable when heat from an iron, hair dryer, warm water and/or hotwater is applied. Thus, during the application of heat, the pocketsquare 108 may be easily folded or otherwise configured for placement ina coat pocket. With the heat no longer applied, however, the third layer304 may become rigid to maintain the first layer 204, second layer 208,and third layer 304 in a specific shape and/or folded configuration.

In some example embodiments, third layer 304 may comprise a woven or anon-woven material or fabric. In some such example embodiments, thirdlayer 304 may comprise a fabric, including felt or any fabric discussedwith respect to first layer 204 and second layer 208. In embodimentswhere third layer 304 includes a woven or a non-woven fabric, the fabricmay be infiltrated with a polymer. For example, in some exampleembodiments a thin fabric (e.g., cotton or linen) may be infiltratedwith a polymer (e.g., polyethylene). In these example embodiments, athermoplastic material, such as a low temperature thermoplasticmaterial, may be applied to the fabric. However, in other embodiments,other types of polymeric materials may be used. In these and otherembodiments, a fabric may be loosely woven in a grid pattern and maythen be coated with polymeric material. In other embodiments, athermoplastic heat moldable foam, such as NICKELPLAST LITE™, forexample, may be included in third layer 304. In some particular exampleembodiments, third layer 304 may include KOBRACAST® (knitted polyesterfabric combined with a thermoplastic), FOSSHAPE™ (non-woven fabriccomprising low-melt polyester fibers) and/or WONDERFLEX™ materials.

In some embodiments, third layer 304 may comprise a metallic material,such as a metallic mesh or metallic foil. In particular embodiments,third layer 304 comprises a metallic mesh formed of a plurality ofmetallic wires. FIG. 5 shows an example pocket square 108 in which thirdlayer 304 is a metallic mesh formed of a plurality of metallic wires. Insome such embodiments, the metallic wires may have a diameter of 0.005cm to 0.15 cm. For example, the metallic wires of the metallic mesh ofthird layer 304 may have a diameter of between 0.01 cm and 0.1 cm, insome embodiments. In these and other embodiments, the metallic mesh ofthird layer 304 may have between 4 wires per 2.54 cm and 100 wires per2.54 cm (i.e., 4 wires per inch to 100 wires per inch). For example, insome cases, the metallic mesh of third layer 304 may have between 10wires per 2.54 cm and 50 wires per 2.54 cm. In embodiments where thirdlayer 304 is formed of a metallic mesh, the metallic mesh may comprisecopper, aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, gold, and/or silver. Inselect embodiments, the metallic mesh is formed of an alloy comprisingat least two distinct metals, while in other embodiments, the metallicmesh is formed of a single metal having a purity of at least 95%. Insome cases, copper having a purity of at least 99.7% is used to form themetallic mesh of the third layer 304. However, other suitable metals ormaterials may be used. In a more general sense, any material can be usedto manufacture the layer 304, so long as the layer 304 is deformable andcapable maintaining its shape. Numerous configurations and variationswill be apparent to those skilled in the art upon consideration of thesubject disclosure.

To prevent the pocket square 108 from having an undesirable appearancewhen installed (e.g., creating bulge within the pocket), the third layer304 may be relatively thin. For example, third layer 304 may have athickness from 0.01 to 0.8 cm, such as between 0.03 and 0.3 cm. In someinstances, third layer 304 may include a coating, such as an adhesionpromoter, for ease of assembly with the other pocket square components.In accordance with some example embodiments, the thickness of the thirdlayer 304 may be made as thin as possible to allow the pocket square tofunction, while simultaneously providing sufficient strength to resistwear caused by repeated folding or manipulating of the pocket square108.

In addition to being relatively thin, third layer 304 may also berelatively light weight, such that the pocket square is not overly heavywhen worn and does not cause the pocket square 108 to fall under its ownweight. In some embodiments, third layer 304 may be implemented with oneor more materials described above that are lightweight yet also providesufficient strength to maintain the pocket square 108 in a folded shape.For instance, in some particular embodiments, a pocket square asdisclosed herein may have a total weight of less than 100 g, less than90 g, less than 80 g, less than 70 g, less than 60 g, less than 50 g,less than 40 g, less than 30 g, less than 20 g, less than 10 g, lessthan 8 g, less than 6 g, less than 4 g, less than 2 g, less than 1 g, orless than 0.5 g.

The disclosed pocket squares can be produced by any suitable method. Forexample, in some embodiments, a pocket square in accordance with thesubject disclosure may be produced by forming a first layer and a secondlayer. Any material may be used to form the first layer and the secondlayer, such as the materials previously discussed with respect to firstlayer 204 and second layer 208. Similarly, first layer and second layermay have any dimension previously discussed. In some cases, the lengthof the second layer may approximately equal to the length of the firstlayer and the width of the second layer may be approximately equal tothe width of the first layer. In these and other embodiments, a thirdlayer may be positioned between the first layer and the second layer.The third layer may have any desired dimensions, such as thosepreviously discussed with respect to third layer 304. Additionally, thethird layer may be formed of any material discussed with respect tothird layer 304. In select embodiments, the length of the third layermay be less than the length of the first layer and the width of thethird layer may be less than the width of the first layer.

In some embodiments, the third layer is adhered to at least one of thefirst layer and the second layer. In some embodiments, a polymericadhesive is used to adhere the third layer to the first layer and/orsecond layer. In some such embodiments, any suitable polymeric adhesivemay be used, such as a water-based adhesive or a non-aqueous adhesive.In some embodiments, the polymeric adhesive may be selected from thefollowing group: a vinyl acetate (for example, polyvinyl acetate), anacrylate, or a urethane. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be apressure sensitive adhesive or a heat-sensitive adhesive. The adhesivemay be applied by any desired technique, such as by spraying, dipping,rolling, and/or brushing. After adhesive is applied, the third layer andthe first layer and/or the second layer may be pressed together with orwithout applying heat. The first layer may then be adhered to the secondlayer with any adhesive (for example, a polymeric adhesive) and/or withstitching.

The pocket square 108 can be manipulated in a number of ways. A fewsample arrangements of pocket square 108 are illustrated in FIGS. 6A-6D.For example, in FIG. 6A, a lower portion of the pocket square 108 isfolded back to reduce the overall length of the pocket square, such thata proper amount of the pocket square 108 is exposed from the pocket. Inother instances, a top portion of the pocket square 108 can bemanipulated to achieve different styles. This is illustrated in FIGS. 6Band 6C, in which the top portion of the pocket square 108 is folded downto achieve a tapered or pointed look. In other cases, an individual mayprefer a less formal look or otherwise prefer not to spend time foldingthe pocket square 108. In such cases, the individual can simply bunch orotherwise stuff the pocket square 108 into the coat or jacket pocket. Anexample of such a configuration is illustrated in FIG. 6D, in which thepocket square 108 is manipulated to provide a puff or wavy appearanceprotruding from the pocket. In a more general sense, note that thepocket square 108 can be manipulated in any number of ways to achieveone of several appearances when installed within a coat or jacketpocket. In some instances, the pocket square 108 may be stored in adesired folded configuration. Storing a previously-folded pocket squarein a desired configuration can save time and energy, because individualsdo not have to refold the pocket square 108 for each individual use.

The features and advantages described herein are not all-inclusive and,in particular, many additional features and advantages will be apparentto one of ordinary skill in the art in view of the drawings,specification, and claims. Moreover, it should be noted that thelanguage used in the specification has been selected principally forreadability and instructional purposes and not to limit the scope of theinventive subject matter. Additionally, the foregoing description of theembodiments of the present disclosure has been presented for thepurposes of illustration and description. It is not intended to beexhaustive or to limit the present disclosure to the precise formdisclosed. Many modifications and variations are possible in light ofthis disclosure. It is intended that the scope of the present disclosurebe limited not by this detailed description, but rather by the claimsappended hereto.

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 20. A pocket square comprising: a first layer having a length and a width; a second layer attached to the first layer, the second layer having a length approximately equal to the length of the first layer and a width equal to the width of the first layer; and a third layer disposed between the first layer and the second layer, the third layer comprising at least one of: a polymeric material, a non-polymeric material, a metallic mesh, a metallic foil, a woven fabric, a non-woven fabric, and a fabric infiltrated with a polymer.
 21. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the first layer and the second layer each consist essentially of a fabric.
 22. The pocket square of claim 21, wherein the fabric is selected from the group consisting of: cotton, silk, satin, velvet, and linen.
 23. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the first layer and the second layer are each formed of a woven or a non-woven material.
 24. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the third layer is in direct contact with both the first layer and the second layer.
 25. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the pocket square is in the shape of a square or a rectangle.
 26. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the third layer has a length and a width that are each at least 1% less than the length and the width of the first layer.
 27. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the third layer comprises a metallic mesh formed of a plurality of metallic wires.
 28. The pocket square of claim 27, wherein the metallic wires each have a diameter of between 0.005 cm and 0.15 cm.
 29. The pocket square of claim 28, wherein the metallic wires each have a diameter of between 0.01 cm and 0.1 cm.
 30. The pocket square of claim 29, wherein the metallic mesh has between 4 wires per 2.54 cm and 100 wires per 2.54 cm.
 31. The pocket square of claim 30, wherein the metallic mesh has between 10 wires per 2.54 cm and 50 wires per 2.54 cm.
 32. The pocket square of claim 27, wherein the metallic wires comprise at least one of: copper, aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, gold, and silver.
 33. The pocket square of claim 32, wherein the metallic wires are formed of copper having a purity of at least 95%.
 34. The pocket square of claim 33, wherein the copper has a purity of at least 99.7%.
 35. The pocket square of claim 27, wherein the third layer has a thickness of between 0.01 and 0.8 cm.
 36. The pocket square of claim 35, wherein the third layer has a thickness of between 0.03 and 0.3 cm.
 37. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the pocket square has a total weight of less than 100 g.
 38. The pocket square of claim 37, wherein the pocket square has a total weight of less than 20 g.
 39. The pocket square of claim 20, wherein the third layer is attached to at least one of the first layer and the second layer with an adhesive. 